By Jimmy Fatunbi

The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, has received the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of X3M Ideas, Mr. Steve Babaeko, and his delegation on a courtesy visit to the Council. The leading media company donated critical security equipment to support the operations of the Onigbongbo LCDA Security Marshal (OLSM).

The donation, which further underscores the growing confidence of the private sector in the Adebanjo administration, includes 50 walkie-talkies, 25 iron handcuffs and 39 rubber handcuffs, aimed at strengthening communication, coordination and operational efficiency among members of the Security Marshal.

Receiving the delegation, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo expressed profound appreciation to X3M Ideas for the intervention, describing the gesture as a significant contribution to the administration’s ongoing commitment to safeguarding lives and property across the LCDA.

The Chairman reiterated that the establishment of the Onigbongbo LCDA Security Marshal (OLSM) was a deliberate and strategic intervention designed to complement existing security agencies, meaningfully engage young people and strengthen community-based security across the LCDA.

He disclosed that members of the Marshal have recently undergone security training in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, including the Nigeria Police Force, as part of efforts to ensure professionalism, discipline and operational effectiveness.

Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo commended X3M Ideas for identifying with the Council’s security vision, noting that the partnership represents the kind of private sector collaboration required to accelerate sustainable community development.

According to him, security remains a collective responsibility, and the government will continue to create opportunities for responsible corporate organisations and individuals to contribute meaningfully to the development and wellbeing of residents.

Speaking during the visit, the Managing Director/CEO of X3M Ideas, Mr. Steve Babaeko, commended Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo for what he described as visionary, refreshing and people-focused leadership.

He particularly praised the Chairman’s proactive approach to governance and his ability to build meaningful relationships with the private sector in advancing community development.

Babaeko noted that X3M Ideas’ decision to support the OLSM was inspired by the Chairman’s demonstrated commitment to accountability, security and the overall development of Onigbongbo LCDA.

He reaffirmed the company’s readiness to continue supporting initiatives that promote safety and development within the community, stressing that the task of building secure and prosperous communities cannot be left to government alone.

The visit and donation further reinforce the growing culture of public-private collaboration being championed by the Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo-led administration, as Onigbongbo LCDA continues to attract strategic partnerships and support for initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life of residents.

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By Jimmy Fatunbi

The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, has inaugurated the campaign executives of the Tinubu Torch Bearers (Women’s Wing), Onigbongbo Chapter. He charged them to intensify grassroots mobilisation and engage women, youths and residents ahead of the forthcoming elections.

In her opening remarks, the Chairperson, Mrs. Wunmi Adebanjo, represented by the wife of the Vice-Chairman, Alhaja Adebimpe Oloyede, urged the newly inaugurated executives to take their responsibilities seriously by actively engaging young people across the community, particularly those yet to obtain their Permanent Voter’s Cards (PVCs), and encouraging greater participation in the democratic process.

The LGA Party Woman Leader, Mrs. Bola Balogun, expressed appreciation to the Chairman for his support and confidence in the women and commended him for recognising their capacity and making time to participate in the inauguration. She assured the Chairman of the women’s commitment to the success of the party and its candidates.

Speaking at the event, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo charged the campaign executives to become effective grassroots ambassadors of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, particularly by communicating government policies, programmes and interventions that directly impact Nigerians, with emphasis on students, youths and other beneficiaries.

The Chairman stressed that their responsibility goes beyond political mobilisation, urging them to prioritise meaningful engagement, effective communication, voter education and community outreach in order to bridge the gap between government and the people at the grassroots.

He further charged the executives to work collectively towards the success of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and all candidates of the party in the forthcoming elections.

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By Jimmy Fatunbi

The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, led a delegation to the residence of the Chief of Staff to the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Tayo Ayinde, to celebrate and honour him on the occasion of his birthday.

The visit was a demonstration of the administration’s appreciation for Mr. Ayinde’s exemplary service to Lagos State, his commitment to good governance, and his contributions to the development and progress of Onigbongbo LCDA and of the state.

Speaking during the visit, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo described Mr. Tayo Ayinde as a dependable public servant and an outstanding leader and administrator whose dedication, loyalty, and leadership have continued to contribute meaningfully to the success of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration.

Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo commended the Chief of Staff for his commitment to the people of Lagos and prayed for continued wisdom, good health, strength and greater accomplishments in the years ahead.

The delegation included Hon. Seyi Lawal, Member, Lagos State House of Assembly, representing Ikeja Constituency 1; Hon. Shamsideen Oloyede, Vice-Chairman, Onigbongbo LCDA; Hon. Obanubi, LGA Party Chairman; Hon. Seun Abiodun, Chief of Staff to the Executive Chairman; Hon. Caroline Ojabulu, Supervisor for Boundary Adjustment; and the LGA Party Woman Leader.

The delegation also used the occasion to reaffirm its solidarity, goodwill and commitment to strengthening the bonds of unity and collaboration among political leaders and stakeholders within Lagos State.

Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo wished Mr. Tayo Ayinde many more years of impactful service, greater achievements and fulfilment, expressing confidence that his wealth of experience and commitment to public service would continue to benefit Lagos State.

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By Jimmy Fatunbi

The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, has been honoured with the prestigious African Icon of the Year Award at the 4th Pan-African Leadership Conference, held at the Oriental Hotel, Lagos.

The award recognises Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo’s exemplary leadership, commitment to youth development and grassroots transformation, and contributions to building stronger, more inclusive communities.

Receiving the award, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo dedicated the recognition to young people across Africa, describing them as the driving force and future of the continent.

He urged young Africans to remain resilient in the pursuit of their aspirations, emphasising that challenges should not become reasons to abandon their dreams.

The Chairman further noted that Africa’s transformation requires young people who are prepared to take responsibility, create solutions, build institutions and contribute meaningfully to the development of their communities and the continent at large.

He expressed appreciation to the organisers of the Pan-African Leadership Conference for the recognition, stressing that the honour would further strengthen his commitment to impactful leadership and youth-focused development.

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By Jimmy Fatunbi

The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, has been honoured with the prestigious Outstanding Local Government Chairman of the Year 2026 Award by Business Times Award, in recognition of his exemplary leadership, innovative approach to grassroots governance and commitment to sustainable community development.

The award was presented to Hon. Adebanjo at a distinguished ceremony held at the Oriental Hotel, Lagos, alongside other individuals and institutions recognised for their contributions to leadership, governance, business and community development.

The recognition underscores the transformative strides of the Adebanjo administration under the F.I.N.E Agenda, with the Council pursuing initiatives focused on economic empowerment, human capital development, improved public services, environmental sustainability and inclusive grassroots development.

Speaking at the ceremony, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo expressed appreciation to the organisers for the recognition, noting that the honour belongs not only to him but also to the people of Onigbongbo LCDA, members of his administration and stakeholders whose support continues to advance the Council’s development agenda.

He described the recognition as both an honour and a responsibility, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to raising the standard of public service and building a responsive, inclusive and forward-looking local government where good governance translates into tangible impact for residents.

The award marks another significant milestone in the growing recognition of Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo’s leadership and the development trajectory of Onigbongbo LCDA

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By Jimmy Fatunbi

The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, has demonstrated his appreciation for the dedication and commitment of environmental sweepers in keeping the Council and its environs clean and environmentally healthy.

As part of efforts to recognise their invaluable contribution to the cleanliness and aesthetics of Onigbongbo LCDA, the Chairman presented new clothes and cash gifts to the sweepers as a token of appreciation for their daily service to the community.

Speaking during the presentation, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo commended the sweepers for their resilience, sacrifice and commitment to maintaining a clean environment, noting that their work, though often carried out quietly and behind the scenes, remains critical to the well-being and quality of life of residents.

He further encouraged the sweepers to continue carrying out their duties with dedication, professionalism and pride, assuring them that their contributions are valued by the administration and appreciated by the people of the Council.

The beneficiaries expressed their gratitude to the Chairman for the thoughtful gesture, describing it as a morale booster and a demonstration of his people-centred leadership

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By Jimmy Fatunbi

The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, has received an Award of Commendation from the Lagos State Government, through the Office of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Climate Change and Circular Economy, in recognition of his administration’s commitment to environmental sustainability, climate action and circular economy development at the grassroots.

The award was presented by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Climate Change and Circular Economy, Mrs. Titilayo Oshodi, during a courtesy visit to the Council, where she also presented the Impact Report of the Eco-Circulate Onigbongbo Initiative.

The initiative, held at Opebi Primary School, Allen, Ikeja, was designed to promote waste recovery, recycling, resource efficiency and inclusive green economic opportunities, while encouraging residents to view waste as a valuable resource within the circular economy.

According to the Impact Report presented by Mrs. Oshodi, the programme successfully recovered and diverted over 503 kilogrammes of recyclable waste, including PET bottles, cartons, household plastics, nylons and aluminium cans, from the conventional waste stream.

Participating residents received immediate economic incentives, including cash and cooking gas refills, demonstrating how circular economy interventions can deliver both environmental and socio-economic benefits at the community level.

The recovered materials were estimated to have prevented approximately 1,124.4 kilogrammes of CO₂ equivalent emissions, equivalent to an estimated 1.124 carbon credits, highlighting the contribution of community-based recycling to climate change mitigation and greenhouse gas emissions reduction.

Presenting the Award of Commendation, Mrs. Titilayo Oshodi commended Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo for his leadership, vision and commitment to advancing sustainable environmental practices and supporting the Lagos State Government’s climate change and circular economy objectives.

Receiving the award, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo expressed appreciation to the Lagos State Government and the Office of the Special Adviser for the recognition and partnership. He also acknowledged the contributions of traditional institutions, Council officials, community leaders, residents, volunteers and other stakeholders whose participation contributed to the success of the initiative.

The Chairman reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to advancing resource recovery, sustainable waste management, climate resilience, environmental stewardship and inclusive green economic development, noting that these priorities align with the administration’s F.I.N.E. Agenda.

He further assured that the Council would continue to strengthen partnerships and support innovative grassroots interventions that reduce environmental impact, create economic opportunities and contribute to the broader climate action and circular economy goals of Lagos State

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By Jimmy Fatunbi

The Achievers Summit, an organiser of The 100 Under 40, has honoured Olaoluwa Fashina with a prestigious award.

The Achievers Summit is a leading African recognition platform that honours 100 exceptional young change-makers and leaders under the age of 40. These awardees are believed to have made sustainable impact across ten strategic sectors, including business, governance, arts, technology, and social impact.

Fashina is recognised in the category of the young people under the age of 40 in Governance and Public Service, with emphasis on his contributions to governance, leadership, and public service.

The award was presented on Wednesday as part of activities to commemorate the International Youth Day and celebrate young leaders whose works continue to contribute meaningfully to societal development and positive change.

Olaoluwa’s recognition places him among a distinguished group of young African leaders whose commitment, innovation, and service are contributing to the advancement of their communities and the continent at large.

Speaking on the recognition, Olaoluwa expressed his gratitude to God and the organiser for the honour, describing it not only merely as an award but also as a responsibility to continue contributing to the development of society.

He appreciated The Achievers Summit for the recognition and acknowledged the support of family, colleagues, mentors, friends, and others who have contributed to his journey and continue to believe in his vision and capacity to make an impact.

The award came as another recognition of the growing contributions of young Nigerians and Africans who are demonstrating that age is not a barrier to leadership, service, and meaningful impact.

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By Jimmy Fatunbi

In furtherance to the administration’s commitment to inclusive education, the Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, distributed free General Certificate of Education (GCE) forms to indigent and academically deserving students across the LCDA today at the council secretariat.

The initiative, implemented under the administration’s FINE Agenda, aims to remove financial barriers that may prevent qualified students from registering for the GCE and accessing opportunities to further their academic pursuits.

Speaking on the initiative, the Chairman reaffirmed his administration’s belief that education remains the bedrock of sustainable development and a powerful tool for transforming the lives of young people. He emphasized that no deserving student should be denied the opportunity to pursue academic excellence simply because of financial constraints.

Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo noted that the distribution of free GCE forms is part of his administration’s broader commitment to investing in people and creating an enabling environment in which young residents can develop their potential, pursue their aspirations, and contribute meaningfully to society.

The intervention further underscores the administration’s “Invest in People” pillar under the FINE Agenda, demonstrating a deliberate effort to support students and promote equal access to educational opportunities within Onigbongbo LCDA.

The beneficiaries expressed profound appreciation to the Chairman for the timely intervention, describing the gesture as a significant relief that has renewed their hope and strengthened their determination to remain focused on achieving academic excellence.

They commended Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo for prioritising education and the welfare of young people, while expressing optimism that the initiative would continue to open doors of opportunity for more deserving students across the LCDA.

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By Jimmy Fatunbi

The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, has highlighted the achievements of his administration during a guest appearance on the Morayo Show, where he also announced a ₦500,000 business grant for a resident.

Speaking during the live interactive programme, Adebanjo outlined his administration’s accomplishments in infrastructure, healthcare, education, environmental sanitation, security, youth and women empowerment, social welfare, and economic development.

He reiterated his commitment to delivering people-centred governance through the council’s FINE Agenda, stressing that his administration would continue to prioritise projects and programmes that improve residents’ quality of life.

The council boss also responded to questions from viewers, providing updates on ongoing projects, government policies, and planned initiatives across the six wards of Onigbongbo LCDA.

As part of efforts to promote entrepreneurship and economic empowerment, Adebanjo announced a ₦500,000 business grant for a resident from Olusosun Ward (Ward F) to help her secure a business space.

He said the gesture underscored his administration’s commitment to supporting hardworking residents and creating opportunities for small businesses to thrive

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